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An upscale Italian eatery with a lively bar. - Tavola, Houston, TX

Tavola

4.7
4.7
217 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Tavola promises an Italian culinary experience set in a lively ambiance, accompanied by an upcoming undisclosed concept. Representing a voyage through the Italian Riviera, Tavola will occupy the first floor as a novel, high-end Italian dining establishment serving both lunch and dinner complemented by a bustling brasserie-style bar.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 840-1111
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • $18 Business Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us Monday-Friday from 11am to 2:30pm to enjoy our $18 Business Lunch Menu (includes coffee or iced tea) | Menu options include -Sandwich Prosciutto and Burrata + Vegetable plate -Sandwich Tomato and Burrata + Vegetable plate -Pasta "Cacio e Pepe" + Vegetable plate -Pasta "Arrabbiata" + Vegetable plate
  • New Year's Eve at Tavola

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    New Year Eve Cenone Di Capodanno (pre-fixe menu $105 per person | A la carta menu is also available | Includes a complimentary glass of Champagne for every guest | Holiday Cocktails& Festive Wine Pairings available | “Loggia” dance floor after 9:45pm and a live DJ all night | Italian Countdown Tradition: At midnight, a fun Italian tradition, we will pass out grapes (symbolizing prosperity in Italy and America) sharing a traditional Italian New Year's wish with guests with a complimentary glass of Champagne | 12 AM Pasta cooking show on the patio, including a complimentary plate of Cacio e pepe for all our guests | Please note, after 10pm the kitchen will be offering special menu only

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Join us Monday - Friday 3pm - 6pm | All appetizers are half off and select cocktails and wines by the glass are $8

What 217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavola offers an extraordinary dining experience with its "authentic Italian cuisine". Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "beautiful ambiance". The menu boasts a delightful selection of dishes like burrata, risotto, and chicken parmigiana. Perfect for special occasions, Tavola is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

217 Reviews
  1. Minna

    VIP

    Houston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good, but service is slow. Don’t understand why they charge for butter, and not give our table and bread and olives.
    TavolaResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food. We apologize for the slow service and any confusion regarding the charges for butter. We always strive to improve, and your comments help us do just that. Regarding the bread and olives, we don't send automatedly to the table complimentary Bread but on request we have our home-Made Focaccia. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon and provide a better experience! Best Regards Valerio Lombardozzi

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  2. RANDLE

    VIP

    Houston

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking forward to Tavola, especially because of it’s relationship to Le Jardiniere, which we love. The food, however, was disappointing. Our “Branzino for Two” at $70 was hardly enough for one. It came out cold and had to be sent back. Then it was good but not great. It needed more delicious sauce. The potatoes on top were at best flimsy and inadequate. All the portions were small. Tristan the server, the Manager and all the staff were fantastic. The special chocolate dessert was great. Maybe we’ll give it another try, amidst so much competition!

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  3. Stephen

    VIP

    Houston

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A truly exceptional meal from food appearance to taste to service. We will come often.

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  4. Lynda

    VIP

    Houston

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my third time to have the chicken cacciatore, but where was the tomato sauce? I don’t believe I’ve ever had it without a sauce that had a tomato base. It was good but not as delicious as in the past.
    TavolaResponded on December 21, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We truly appreciate your continued visits and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the chicken cacciatore, though we’re sorry to hear it didn’t meet your expectations this time. We wanted to let you know that when we first opened, we served the dish with a tomato-based sauce. However, based on feedback from our guests, we made the decision to evolve the recipe and create a new style of cacciatore. we understand that change can be surprising, especially when you’ve enjoyed the previous version. We look forward to welcoming you back and hopefully providing a dish that exceeds your expectations! Thank you again for your continued support! Warm regards, Valerio General Manager

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  5. Karen

    VIP

    Houston

    27 reviews

    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our third time eating at Tavola, and it was disappointing. The food was not as good as the first 2 times, the portions were smaller, my pasta was flavorful but not delivered warm . My husband had the truffle risotto special. which was too salty and highly overpriced. Service was prompt and professional. Noise level was high enough to make conversation difficult.
    TavolaResponded on December 21, 2024
    Dear Karen We pride ourselves on offering generous portions, so we’ll definitely look into the size of the dishes during your visit to ensure consistency. We also apologize that your pasta wasn’t delivered at the proper temperature. We’ll work with our kitchen team to make sure this is addressed. As for the noise level, we appreciate you bringing this up. We’re in the process of installing carpet in the restaurant in the next three weeks to help reduce the sound and create a more comfortable atmosphere for our guests. We hope you'll give us another chance to make your next visit more enjoyable. Warm regards, Valerio General Manager

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  6. Tracie

    Houston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group of 3 & went early as we were going to the symphony. The valet parking was smooth & easy. The servers were helpful, accommodating and efficient. They assisted with choosing drinks & ensured we had an overall great experience. Everyone loved their choice of entrees, which included 2 lasagnas and sides for the table included the best beet salad ever(!), roasted potatoes, brussel sprouts & fried artichoke hearts. The fried artichokes were so delicious & such a terrific addition to our meal. Will definitely go back & bring more friends!
    TavolaResponded on December 21, 2024
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a smooth and enjoyable visit, from the valet parking to the service and your meal. It’s great to know that the servers were helpful and made your evening even more enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for another great meal in the future! Thank you again for choosing us! Warm regards, Valerio Lombardozzi

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  7. Luis H

    VIP

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tavola is very good food and very good service, even when busy. The Maitre D' is attentive and knowledgeable with regard to food and wine. Bravo!
    TavolaResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service at Tavola. It's great to know that even during busy times, you had a positive experience. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to our Maitre D’ as well that was me as General Manager, We look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional meal soon! Best Regards Valerio Lombardozzi

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  8. Elton

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Italian in town. Always amazing with the greatest staff.
    TavolaResponded on December 7, 2024
    Dear Elton Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you consider us the best Italian in town and that you've had great experiences with our staff. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for many more amazing meals. Warm regards, Valerio Lombardozzi General Manager

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  9. Mary

    VIP

    Houston

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was very good. There were a couple of misses with the food; salmon not cooked to temperature and carpaccio not sliced thin enough but would return and give the benefit of the doubt!
    TavolaResponded on December 7, 2024
    Dear Mary Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you were pleased with the service, but we sincerely apologize for the issues with the salmon and carpaccio. We take your comments seriously and will address them with the kitchen team to ensure these items meet our usual high standards. We appreciate your understanding and would love to welcome you back soon for a better experience. Thank you again for your valuable feedback! Best regards, Valerio Lombardozzi

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  10. Lauren

    VIP

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh flavorful and authentic . Great vibes and good drinks and staff is so welcoming !
    TavolaResponded on December 21, 2024
    Dear Lauren Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the fresh, flavorful, and authentic experience we aim to provide. It’s also fantastic to know that you had a great time with the vibes, drinks, and our welcoming staff. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon! Warm regards, Valerio General Manager

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Tavola is rated 4.7 stars by 217 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Tavola

1800 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056-3813

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Galleria / Uptown
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
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